St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4 grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 8 through 10, sensitive to freezing temperatures and enters dormancy in cooler climates.
About This Grass
Forms a thick, carpet-like turf with coarse texture and bright to blue-green color. Grows aggressively via stolons.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with blunt, rounded tips and folded vernation. Visible flattened stolons and short membranous ligules.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Stoloniferous, forming a dense, coarse turf via creeping above-ground runners.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to moderate shade with high water needs and moderate drought tolerance. Prefers well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches weekly during the growing season. High maintenance due to fertilization and watering needs.
Identified on 9/26/2026